Cost of Living in Jefferson, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
89.6
100 = national avg
-10.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,438
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$93,217
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing105.0
Food86.3
Transportation72.6
Healthcare89.0
Utilities92.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$840
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,037
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jefferson is 89.6, which is 10.4% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,438 per year to cover basic expenses.